Bic Basher

Buses would be able to operate a lot better if the 20mph zones were scrapped. TfL still haven't introduced a 20mph speed limit on the streets they operate in Southwark such as Peckham Road and the Old Kent Road.

Third day in a row of letters.

Two days in a row of delayed post here.

Tuesday seems to be the only day I receive proper post these days along with Private Eye.

As Loki mentions, the Royal Mail wants to become just like the other courier companies where they're part of the gig economy rather than having the perks that should be standard for any employee. Letters no longer make them money, it's a loss making part of the business when all they want to do is provide a parcel service thanks to internet sales. One of the small businesses I use looked at moving to one of the courier companies to help goods get to customers faster during the strikes, but decided to stay with RM because they're in a long term contract. The biggest mistake IMHO was for the Royal Mail to be privatised which led to the sale of Silvester Road sorting office.

My 48h tracked parcel arrived today.

Well at least the tracker is working for my 48 (days) delivery. Posted Wednesday, arrived at the main Princess Royal postal hub on Friday, moved to Croydon today and will probably end up in a pile of parcels at Peckham for weeks on end.

https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/rotherhithe-tunnel-restrictions?intcmp=52288#:~:text=These%20restrictions%20help%20to%20ensure,in%20case%20of%20a%20fire.

One parcel out of two arrived today two days late. Private Eye and an additional parcel sent on Wednesday still haven't arrived.

The Peckham garage buses have different changeover points depending on the route. 363 uses Clayton Road northbound and the bus stop outside Peckham Post Office southbound. 197 is at the two bus stops where Asda used to be on Rye Lane and as mentioned, the 37 uses the two Nigel Road bus stops at Peckham Rye.

Interesting to see Herne Hill and West Norwood are also suffering with similar postal issues as well, but West Dulwich isn't on the list.

I've lost count how many times this year the P13 hasn't served Underhill Road this year.

I got a text about them moving into the LL Surgery earlier this week. They're open by appointment from 10am-5pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Sessions can be booked online or via phone. I suppose if Barclays reject you for a loan, you can at least book an appointment with the GP!

Nigel Road is easier to access the bus garage on Blackpool Road for drivers than using the Bus Station.

Last bit of letter post and a Christmas Card that arrived before Christmas rather than mid-January on Monday.

Lime have suspended their scooter service today due to the weather. Bikes are still available.

Dulwich Common is a dual pedestrian and cycle lane on both sides of the road.

No, I picked up a bike on Dulwich Common yesterday which was parked across the pavement, blocking access to pedestrians and other cyclists.

This site is useful for finding cashpoints, both paid and free. https://www.link.co.uk/consumers/locator/

Was it the ATMs outside Forest Hill station? There are dubious characters who loiter around the ticket machines and ATMs on a daily basis, largely begging.

There are two on Forest Hill Road, one at the Post Office, the other is at 10 Forest Hill Road next to the Co-op. Both are free.

I'd take The Labour Files with a pinch of salt. It's a pro-Corbyn "expose" which skews it towards the allegations of anti-Semitism against far-left Labour members being false as part of a supposed plot to get rid of socialists in their party.

I've used three services at Tessa Jowell, which aren't the GP surgery which have all been excellent.

Considering that stretch of LL has lost two ATMs at Barclays since Friday, it's not a surprise the Co-op and Post Office ATMs are being given a hammering. There are two additional ATMs that charge a fee, Yildirim Off-licence at 93 LL charges £1.99 and Payless at 23 LL charges £1.85. The reduction of cash machines across the board because more people are using card is leaving those who rely on cash with less options. Even Saisnbury's has reduced the ATMs at DKH from 2 to 1. It's actually 5 ATMs lost because there were 3 inside including the machines that allow you to pay in cheques and not to mention all the times people tried to use the inside ATM only to be redirected back to the queue for the counter staff. Another nail in the coffin of customer needs. Maintenance of banking profits is king! I didn't mention the three indoors as they were apparently for Barclays customers only. Now that Barclays has closed, I'm going to a branch in the West End instead as it's more convenient for me than going to Peckham.

Considering that stretch of LL has lost two ATMs at Barclays since Friday, it's not a surprise the Co-op and Post Office ATMs are being given a hammering. There are two additional ATMs that charge a fee, Yildirim Off-licence at 93 LL charges £1.99 and Payless at 23 LL charges £1.85. The reduction of cash machines across the board because more people are using card is leaving those who rely on cash with less options. Even Saisnbury's has reduced the ATMs at DKH from 2 to 1.